Prairie Woodcarvers of Alexandria recreate 250-year-old artifacts
The carving group has helped repair statues, catch fish and helps members forget about all the other troubles going on. Written By: Karen Tolkkinen | ×
David Refsal of Sauk Centre was the instructor for the Prairie Woodcarvers latest project, creating ale bowls, which were once a common item in Norwegian homes and farmhouses, dating back to the 1750s. When asked how many ale bowls he s carved, Refsal answered, Too many to count. (Al Edenloff / Echo Press)
For a hobby with staying power, woodcarving has carved its niche.
The Prairie Woodcarvers group has been going for about 25 years. Started in Parkers Prairie, it migrated to Alexandria because most of its members lived there.